Sunburn warning.

As parts of Australia are hit by a record-breaking heatwave warnings are being issued about the dangers of sunburn and the risk of skin cancer.

A woman with a sunburnt back (AAP) Source: AAP

Why are record numbers of Australians coming with cases of severe sunburn to the emergency departments of hospitals? What are the myths about skin type and cancer?  What needs to be done to reduce the risk of skin cancer?

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